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45-70 "Derringer"....!!

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8:41a, 5/16/24

Bond Arms | Cyclops
The Cyclops is a single-shot pistol that can handle the power and extreme pressure of the .45-70 Gov't cartridge. A single-action hammer and 7-pound trigger keep this beast under control until you let it off its leash.
Fixed sights
B6 Resin grips
Satin finish available
Also available in .44 Mag.
Specifications
Caliber: .45-70 Gov't
Capacity: 1 round
Barrel Length: 4.3 inches
Overall Length: 6.8 inches
Weight: 28 ounces
MSRP: $699
(817) 573-4445 bondarms.com
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TacosaurusRex
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8:52a, 5/16/24
My wrist hurts reading that.
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In reply to GSS • 8:52a, 5/16/24
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GSS said:

can handle the power and extreme pressure of the .45-70 Gov't cartridge.


Got to love the marketing department's BS. The max pressure rating for even modern 45-70 loads is less than 9mm

I'm sure Kentucky Ballistics will be first in line to get one.
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8:54a, 5/16/24
How long before youtube video of unsuspecting person having facial bones broken.
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nealan
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9:02a, 5/16/24
7 pound trigger ???
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In reply to nealan • 9:06a, 5/16/24
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nealan said:
7 pound trigger ???
That was my first reaction too
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9:45a, 5/16/24
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Go to 15:38 for the Cyclops.

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10:20a, 5/16/24
No thanks. 45-70 hurts enough in my lever.
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In reply to chase128 • 10:28a, 5/16/24
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chase128 said:
nealan said:
7 pound trigger ???
That was my first reaction too
I suspect the idea is that such a strong pull forces you to grip it tightly to pull the trigger. Can't imagine it makes it very easy to be accurate with your one shot though. Seems like a novelty gun to me without any real purpose it is suitable for.
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In reply to chase128 • 10:38a, 5/16/24
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chase128 said:
nealan said:
7 pound trigger ???
That was my first reaction too
if you can shoot a 45-70 out of a pistol, grip strength is not going to be an issue
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11:21a, 5/16/24
S&W 642 airweight has a 13+ pound trigger.... worse trigger on the planet.
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In reply to txags92 • 11:22a, 5/16/24
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When 5 rounds of .38 out of a J frame just isn't enough.
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8:36p, 5/16/24
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Hard to stick a thumb in it with a broken wrist
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11:34a, 5/20/24
Except for just the "hey buddy, I dare you to shoot this" factor, it's hard to envision a more useless gun.
- Rifle cartridge with slow burning powders fired out of a 4" barrel.
- Absolutely terrible grip design, especially for recoil management.
- 7 lb trigger.
- Single shot in a pocket sized pistol.
- impossible to hit anything unless extremely close.

The 4" barrel makes .45-70 totally pointless, handicapping the ballistic performance of the round to the point it has no practical advantage over 9mm in exchange for horrendous recoil and no follow-up shots.

Its sole purpose is as a novelty.
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5:54p, 5/20/24
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Just because something can be done doesn't mean it should be done.
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In reply to bam02 • 6:54p, 5/20/24
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bam02 said:
Just because something can be done doesn't mean it should be done.
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7:58p, 5/20/24
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Cyclops is a perfect name, thanks to the recoil. Someone's olgonna lose an eye shooting that thing.
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8:49p, 5/20/24
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My FIL gave me one in 45/.410 and it sucks to shoot. Can't imagine how bad that one would be
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In reply to Thaddeus Beauregard • 10:14p, 5/20/24
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Thaddeus Beauregard said:
Except for just the "hey buddy, I dare you to shoot this" factor, it's hard to envision a more useless gun.
- Rifle cartridge with slow burning powders fired out of a 4" barrel.
- Absolutely terrible grip design, especially for recoil management.
- 7 lb trigger.
- Single shot in a pocket sized pistol.
- impossible to hit anything unless extremely close.

The 4" barrel makes .45-70 totally pointless, handicapping the ballistic performance of the round to the point it has no practical advantage over 9mm in exchange for horrendous recoil and no follow-up shots.

Its sole purpose is as a novelty.


All true, can you imagine the muzzle blast from that thing.

I have a Marlin 1895 in .45-70. It's fun to shoot in moderate loads but when I get to within just a few grains of max it turns into a beast. Its muzzle jump and recoil will put the scope in your face in a hurry. I have a .375H&H (it's heavier with a longer barrel) that's way more pleasant to shoot, even at max loads.
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11:12p, 5/20/24
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Very curious to see gel tests with it.

Might be useful for grappling/contact distances… lol just kidding - even if it looks decent in gel tests, no ****ing way this is any better than other options in the market.
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Aggie Class of 2026
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In reply to nealan • 11:23p, 5/20/24
nealan said:
7 pound trigger ???


I remember my first horrible gun
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